FLINT, MI--Over the past few weeks, "The X Factor" viewers have seen atists from around the country have weathered auditions, boot camp, and nerve-wracking performances at judges' houses.

But as show creator Simon Cowell said at the end of the most recent episode, "Now, it gets serious."

On Wednesday, the show's Top 16 contestants will get their first shot to perform live on the show's first live show, at 8 p.m. on FOX. The only return performer is Arin Ray, who was a contestant as a group member on "The X Factor" last season.

The rest, including Flint native Lyric Da Queen and her new group Lyric 145, will likely be making their live television debuts.

Flint Journal reporter William E. Ketchum III will live blog the episode in the comments section below. Stay tuned to see what they have to offer, and if you're watching, feel free to give your take on as well!